Jennifer Kennedy

• Prepared patient rooms for visits by cleaning, sanitizing equipment and stocking supplies.
• Performed nursing assessments and collected patient medical histories to help determine proper diagnosis.
• Cared for clinic patients by administering medications and treatments for various conditions.
• Used PoweChart to update electronic medical records with relevant patient information, laboratory test results and clinician orders.
• Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
• Collected blood samples using phlebotomy best practices and labeled specimens for testing.
• Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
• Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
• Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
• Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
• Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
• Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.

Maintain safe and clean environment for the patient. Administer medications and complete treatments per doctor's orders. Assist with ADLs and provide comfort. Report changes to doctor, nursing supervisor and family. Monitor vital signs and complete head to toe assessment. Administer feedings via g-tube or feeding pump. Monitor vent and settings. Complete trach care. Attend appointments, therapies, classes and school with client.

• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.

Administer both scheduled and PRN medications. Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for residents to complete treatment. Assist with seclusion's and restraints when necessary. Report pertinent information to Nurse Manager, RTC Charge Nurse, Nursing Supervisor, Medical Doctor, Psychiatric Doctor, Case Manager, Therapists and family. Attend weekly staffing meetings to discuss resident's individual progress, providing input on behaviors on the unit, contribution in groups and participation at school. Obtain vital signs, conduct pediculosis checks and complete monthly nutritional re-assessments. Assist with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy groups on provide Nursing groups on various topics such as: first-aid, medications, nutrition, personal hygiene and sexually transmitted diseases.

• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
• Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervisor and doctors.
• Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.
• Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.

Charge Nurse on 3-11. Capable of working on either wing. Administer both scheduled and PRN medications. Perform accu-checks and administer insulin. Proficient with administering tube feedings and inserting/discontinuing urinary catheters while maintaining a sterile field. Complete treatments per doctor's orders. Delegate duties and explaining rationale to CNAs. Patient education and effective communication with family members. Help patients maintain independence and dignity. Complete Med A charting.